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SF State in the News 2011

A selection of recent stories about the San Francisco State
University community that have appeared in the media.

Note: These summaries link directly to pages published by the media outlets cited. They may offer free online access for a limited time only (e.g. one week from publication), or may discontinue live links at any time. All links open in a new window.

San Francisco State protesters with the Occupy movement left their camp Thursday prior to winter break. ABC 7 News. 12/22/11

Alumni Mark Jackson and Beth Wilmurt, who produced the musical “Dear World” at SF State, discuss their creative partnership. San Francisco Chronicle 12/22/11

Occupy protesters packed up and left campus early Thursday morning after repeated warnings from the University that they would not be able to stay over the holiday break. San Francisco Examiner 12/22/11

Protesters with the Occupy movement at SF State demonstrated on behalf of a woman who was locked out of her daycare center when it was bought in a short sale. Salon.com 12/22/11

Peter Orner, asociate professor of creative writing, discusses his third novel “Love and Shame and Love,” on the popular radio show “Forum with Michael Krasny.” KQED Radio. 11/21/11

Skandia Investment Group has appointed alum Paco Lee as head of its marketing division in Asia. The Asset 12/21/11

Alum Heather Boyer discusses her work with the Union City community group Filipino Advocates for Justice. Union City Patch 12/21/11

Adjunct professor of meteorology Jan Null comments on recent local rainfall totals, explaining that this month is the third-driest December in San Francisco history. San Francisco Chronicle 12/21/11

Alum Yasuko Walcott earns a doctorate in philosophy at age 70 from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. WTOP Radio, Washington D.C. 12/21/11

Alum Chet Madison discusses his new role as school board president of the Elk Grove Unified School District. Elk Grove Citizen 12/20/11

Alum and comedian Ronnie Schell outlines the highs and lows of his 50-year career in show business. San Jose Mercury News 12/20/11

A study conducted by SF State researchers and community organizations found that 60 percent of Burmese refugees interviewed were living in extreme poverty. San Jose Mercury News 12/13/11;
Oakland Tribune 12/13/11

This article about Jerry Brown’s response to police action at UC Davis, acknowledges the San Francisco Bay Area Television Archive in the J. Paul Leonard Library for video about Brown’s ideas in 1970. Sacramento Bee 12/13/11

Biology Lecturer J.R. Blair and his students collected hundreds of species of mushrooms for the Mycological Society of San Francisco’s Fungus Fair. The New York Times 12/3/11;
SF Bay Guardian 12/2/11

President Corrigan answered questions and addressed the concerns of students about the rise of tuition and mandatory fees during a campus rally. San Francisco Chronicle 12/2/11

A permanent exhibit on Alcatraz Island regarding its occupation by Native Americans was created by American Indian Studies faculty and students. Native Times 12/1/11

Alum and former SF State administrator Carole Hayashino was appointed President and Executive Director of the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii. Rafu Shimpo 12/1/11

CSU trustees are reassessing the policy for determining the salaries of campus presidents. Among the new considerations are the growth in enrollment and changes in research institution status at campuses including SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 12/1/11

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel suggests the next important political test for Mayor Ed Lee will be choosing a replacement for the open seat on the Board of Supervisors. San Francisco Chronicle 11/29/11

Political Science lecturer David Lee says merchants in ethnic communities are concerned about the pending proposal before the Board of Supervisors to ban single-use plastic bags by merchants. San Francisco Examiner 11/29/11

The immigration story of alum Jose Librojo may be used as an example by the U.S. Senate to push for passage of the Dream Act. Philippine Daily Inquirer 11/28/11

A study by Professor and Chair of Economics Sudip Chattopadhyay and colleagues compares spending on tobacco control programs with revenue from tobacco sales tax and the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Medical Xpress 11/28/11

Political Science Lecturer David Lee has launched a petition among Asian merchants to oppose a city proposal that will require retailers to charge for shopping bags. San Francisco Examiner 11/27/11

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discusses the reaction of Ed Lee supporters to his favorable results in the San Francisco mayoral race. The New York Times 11/27/11; The Bay Citizen 11/26/11

Student Luke Spray weighs in on the Ikon Christian Community of which he is a member. The New York Times 11/24/11

Alum and noted music arranger, composer and conductor Russell Garcia has died. Los Angeles Times 11/24/11

Alum Sue Warburg leads cultural and historic tours in the western U.S. and gives literary lectures. j, the Jewish News Weekly 11/23/11

Alum Greg Miller discusses his work as a modern mortician in Half Moon Bay. Half Moon Bay Review 11/23/11

Biology Lecturer Gloria Nusse is helping San Bernardino County law enforcement to solve a cold case using facial reconstruction techniques. The Sun 11/22/11

In this opinion piece, Associate Professor of Health Education Ramon Castellblanch maintains that Congress needs to do more to address rising student debt. The Korea Herald 11/22/11

A permanent exhibit on Alcatraz Island regarding its 1969 occupation by Native Americans was created by American Indian Studies faculty and students. Sacramento Bee 11/21/11

Alum Jeff Craemer sponsors the Museum on Wheels of the International Printing Museum, which tours primary and middle schools. Marin Independent Journal 11/21/11

This feature story describes a permanent exhibit on Alcatraz Island regarding its 1969 occupation by Native Americans; it was created American Indian Studies faculty and students. San Francisco Chronicle 11/21/11;
Related link: San Francisco Chronicle 11/21/11

Basketball Head Coach Mike Cummins discusses the adjustments student athletes have to make to balance sports and academics. San Francisco Examiner 11/21/11

Faculty are helping to create a new earthquake exhibit for the California Academy of Sciences. FTN News 11/20/11

Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov maintains that Vladimir Putin is positioning himself as one who will preserve Russia’s statehood and prepare the nation to survive in a new, rapidly changing international environment. Bloomberg 11/18/11

SF State faculty members joined Cal State East Bay faculty at a campus demonstration. Castro Valley Patch 11/18/11

New research from the Family Acceptance Project suggests that LGBT youth who experience high levels of bullying in school are more likely as young adults to suffer from depression, make suicide attempts and risk a sexually transmitted disease. Time 11/17/11

Israeli Abigail Gottlieb and Palestinian William Salameh made a stop at SF State as part of their OneVoice International Education Program. J, the Jewish Weekly 11/17/11

Analysis conducted by Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn and alum Rae Goodman finds that Central California birds are getting bigger, a trend that challenges a scientific theory about the size of bird bodies and global climate change. US News and World Report 11/16/11

Alum Jose Librojo has won the first round of his battle over deportation. Global Nation 11/16/11

Assistant Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Marie Drennan comments on the possibility of hacking into TV and radio emergency

Analysis conducted by Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn and alum Rae Goodman finds that Central California birds are getting bigger, a trend that challenges a scientific theory about the size of bird bodies and global climate change.Daily Mail 11/7/11

Assistant Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management Sybil Yang discusses the opportunities that food trucks provide for beginners hoping to enter the restaurant business. San Mateo County Times 11/7/11

Professor and Chair of Public Administration Genie Stowers apologized for an e-mail she sent concerning a prediction of a 6.0 earthquake. The New York Times 11/5/11

A new biography of former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa is featured. KQED Radio 11/5/11

Alum Leland Yee, a San Francisco mayoral candidate, is profiled. The New York Times 11/5/11

A poetry reading by Lawrence Ferlinghetti and Gary Snyder to benefit the Poetry Center is featured. KQED Radio 11/4/11

Analysis conducted by Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn and alum Rae Goodman finds that Central California birds are getting bigger, a trend that challenges a scientific theory about the size of bird bodies and global climate change. EcoGeek 11/3/11

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel said that he doesn’t think that the legal scrutiny surrounding San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee’s campaign will make much of a difference with voters. KGO TV 11/3/11

SF State students present a performance piece atop the House of Brakes in the Mission District. Mission Local 11/3/11

Alum Jenny Bowen, founder of the Half the Sky Foundation, is the recipient of a San Francisco Civic Ventures Purpose Prize. The Berkeley Daily Planet 11/3/11

Alum Chris Kouretas discusses the history and name change of his restaurant, John’s of Willow Glen. San Jose Mercury News 11/3/11

Political Science Lecturer David Lee, who founded the Chinese American Voter Education Committee to increase the influence of Chinese American voters in California, is profiled. KQED radio 11/3/11

Professor and Chair of Public Administration Genie Stowers apologized to the Berkeley City Council for a personal e-mail that went viral concerning the possibility of a 6.0 earthquake. KGO TV 11/3/11

Graduate student Jessica Van Den Berg found 173 arthropod species on the
living roof of the California Academy of Sciences. San
Francisco Chronicle 11/2/11

Professor and Chair of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Patrick Tierney told
state officials that a 2002 study indicated that the state would lose money
if it closed state parks. Santa
Rosa Press Democrat 11/1/11

Professor and Chair of Public Administration Genie Stowers apologized to
the Berkeley City Council for a personal e-mail that went viral concerning
the possibility of a 6.0 earthquake. San
Jose Mercury News 11/1/11

John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, says that the possible unionization of flight attendants at Virgin America would not have a major effect on the company’s cost structure. San Francisco Examiner 10/26/11

SF State is one of the California State University campuses that will be replacing a president who is retiring. San Francisco Chronicle 10/25/11

Alum Bill Fazio, a candidate for San Francisco District Attorney, is profiled. SF Public Press 10/24/11

Alum Vince Dewald, a founder of the band Buxter Hoot'n, is profiled. South Bend Tribune 10/23/11

This retrospective on the news of 1986 summarizes the life of alum and comedian Jane Dornacker, who died in a helicopter crash. San Francisco Chronicle 10/23/11

Alum Luanne Calvert was named vice president of marketing at Virgin America. Bradenton Herald 10/21/11

The California Department of Fish and Game donated 1,000 steelhead trout yearlings to replace some of the salmon released by vandals from pens at the Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies. San Jose Mercury News 10/21/11

Psychology Lecturer Emerita Rosemarie Bowler is conducting a study on the health effects of manganese in Ohio. The Review 10/21/11

The Department of Fish and Game will donate steelhead trout yearlings to replace the fish that were released by vandals from pens at the Romberg Tiburon Center. Marin Independent Journal 10/20/11; KGO TV 10/19/11

Freshman Analleli Gallardo discusses her work as a farmworker to pay for college. New America Media 10/20/11

A set of keys was left in the SF State parking garage to test the effectiveness of a QR coded key ring. PC World 10/18/2011

Patricia Miljanich, a candidate running for the San Mateo County Community College District, said she would increase the number of four-year programs that Canada College offers in cooperation with SF State. The Almanac 10/17/2011

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on the demographics and political power of dog owners in San Francisco. Global Animal 10/17/2011

Cinema Chair Daniel Bernardi’s work to help the U.S. military track and diffuse rumors is featured. ZD Net 10/14/2011

Cinema Chair Daniel Bernardi’s work to help the U.S. military track and diffuse rumors is featured. San Francisco Chronicle 10/14/11

Richard DeLeon, professor emeritus of political science, comments on the Occupy SF movement. The New York Times 10/14/11

Seven people were transported to hospitals after a multi-vehicle crash Thursday night at the intersection of 19th Avenue and Junipero Serra Boulevard near SF State. San Jose Mercury News 10/14/11

SF State is cited among colleges and universities that had assemblies this week in support of the Occupy Wall Street movement. Inside Higher Ed 10/14/11

In a proposed system for comparing presidential salaries at California State University campuses to other colleges and universities, SF State is in tier two. California Watch 10/14/11

A video about recipients of Nisei honorary degree recipients in the CSU will include recipients and family members from SF State; it will be screened Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California. Nichi Bei Times 10/13/11

Associate Professor of Music Jassen Todorov performed a recital including a work by Franz Schubert. San Francisco Examiner 10/13/2011

Student Eliezer Guerrero discusses the challenges of getting into and staying in college. KALW 10/13/11

Biology graduate student Sam McNally is a regular contributor to the Global Reptile BioBlitz, a social networking website which helps scientists and members of the public track the world's reptile population. San Francisco Chronicle 10/10/11

This piece on the spread of infection in public restrooms references a project proposed by an SF State student to investigate whether sensor-driven faucets and signage could curb the problem. Wired 10/5/2011

Jan Null, lecturer of geosciences, comments on the current weather and its expected effect on fire danger. San Francisco Chronicle 10/5/11

This article focuses on a new documentary, “Stage Left,” about the history of theatre in the Bay Area and cites two former professors, Herbert Blau and Jules Irving, who co-founded the Actors Workshop. San Francisco Chronicle 10/2/11

SB185 is not expected to affect the CSU, according to Jo Volkert, associate vice president of enrollment planning and management. San Francisco Chronicle 10/2/11

Joseph McBride, associate professor of cinema, is profiled in this Q&A. Masslive.com 10/1/11

September

Dean of College of Ethnic Studies Dean Kenneth Monteiro talks about the meaning of the College’s awards given in honor of contributions to civil rights and ethnic studies. San Francisco Examiner 9/30/11

Alum Kenneth Johnson was appointed international training manager at The AVC Group in the United Kingdom. Hiddenwires 9/22/2011

Associate Professor of Economics Philip King published a new study, which predicts the economic impact of sea level rise to coastal communities in California, including San Francisco’s Ocean Beach and Venice Beach and Malibu in Los Angeles. Bay Nature 9/21/2011

Alum Spence Koehler formed the band, The Stone Foxes, while a student at SF State. Tucson Weekly 9/21/2011

Professor of Gerontology Anabel Pelham will address the Los Altos City Council about the city becoming an Age Friendly City. Los Altos Town Cryer 9/20/2011

President Robert A. Corrigan is among the CSU presidents who have announced their retirement. Orange County Register 9/21/2011

A Daly City after school science program led by SF State students received funding from San Mateo County. San Mateo Daily Journal 9/21/2011

Professor of Marketing Sanjit Sengupta comments on the Netflix rebranding and new pricing. CNN 9/20/2011

Associate Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin discusses the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy and his new book, “How We Won: Progressive Lessons from the Repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Democracy Now 9/20/2011

The “Garden of Remembrance” on the SF State campus is mentioned in this article about the artist Ruth Asawa. Rafu Shimpo 9/20/2011

Professor of Criminal Justice Ken Walsh comments on the necessity of such restorative justice techniques as neighborhood courts. The New York Times 9/18/2011

Professor of History Trevor Getz discussed his new book, “Abina and the Important Men.” San Francisco Examiner 9/17/2011

Alum Elizabeth Gjelten’s new play “Hunter’s Point” is being performed in San Francisco. The New York Times 9/16/2011

Psychology Lecturer Rosemarie Bowler is conducting a study in Ohio on the effects of manganese in the human body. The Review 9/16/2011; WYTV 9/16/2011; WKBN 9/15/2011

In this opinion piece, Associate Professor of American Indian Studies Joanne Barker discusses the controversy surrounding the Cherokee Nation’s disenrollment of Freedmen and their descendants. The New York Times 9/15/2011

SF State is one of 24 universities that will receive federal funding to train engineering students in industrial energy efficiency. Democratic Herald 9/15/2011

Associate Professor of Economics Philip King discusses his report that measures the economic impact of hospitals. California Healthline 9/15/2011

Alum and Sesame Street puppeteer Leslie Carrara-Rudolph is presenting a free puppet show about bullying. San Jose Mercury News 9/15/2011

Associate Professor of Economics Philip King published a new study, which predicts the economic impact of sea level rise to coastal communities in California, including San Francisco’s Ocean Beach and Venice Beach and Malibu in Los Angeles. Manila Bulletin.com 9/15/2011; Reuters 9/15/2011

SF State’s cinema program is one of California’s top film schools and enrollment is growing. The California Report (NPR) 9/2/11

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel maintains that the large San Francisco mayoral field was driven in part by the fact that this is the first competitive mayor’s race involving use of the ranked-choice voting system. New York Times 9/9/11

Alum and noted poet Philip Schultz discusses his struggle with dyslexia and his new memoir. NPR Talk of the Nation 9/6/2011

Associate Professor of Economics Philip King maintains that hospitals play a vital role in many cities’ economies. San Francisco Chronicle 9/7/2011

Associate Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin said that in spite of frequent anti-war protests and debates over ROTC and military recruitment, San Francisco actually welcomes the military. San Francisco Examiner 9/7/2011

This columnist cites comments by Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies Dawn Mabalon who said Filipino immigrants of the 1960s and 70s disliked the use of the word “Pinoy” to describe themselves. Global Nation Inquirer 9/7/2011

Lecturer of Geosciences Jan Null’s research on hyperthermia deaths in cars is cited. Longview News-Journal 9/6/2011

A 2009 SF State study showed that LGBT teens rejected by family were more than 8 times likely to commit suicide than other teens. Out & About 9/5/2011

Alum Robin McGeough plans to run 300 miles from San Francisco to Santa Barbara to raise money for an organization that aids recovering addicts. Pasadena Star News 9/5/2011

Student Lacou Flipse discusses her efforts to succeed in school despite being a foster youth. San Francisco Chronicle 9/4/2011

David Lee, lecturer in political science, compares the campaign to draft San Francisco interim mayor Ed Lee into the city's mayoral race with a similar campaign aimed at State Sen. Leland Yee in 1999. San Francisco Examiner 8/15/11

Alum Max Good co-directed the documentary "Vigilante Vigilante" about people who combat graffiti with more graffiti. Berkeleyside 8/10/11

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel and Political Science Lecturer David Lee discuss San Francisco interim mayor Ed Lee's decision to run for a full term as mayor. San Jose Mercury News 8/9/11

Assistant Professor of Geosciences Tim Janssen comments on a new study about the influence of atmospheric pressure on rogue waves. BBC Our Amazing Planet 8/9/2011

Assistant Professor of Public Administration Sheldon Gen says that students are now embracing the use of Wikipedia. California Watch 8/9/2011

Political Science Lecturer David Lee maintains that mayoral candidate Ed Lee’s nuts and bolts understanding of how policy gets implemented has helped him succeed with the budget and other initiatives during his short tenure as interim mayor. Atlanta Journal Constitution 8/8/2011

Even on mild days temperatures inside vehicles can rise to dangerous levels in minutes, according to research by geosciences faculty. San Angelo Standard Times 8/8/11

In this column, alum Daniel DeFord, who graduated in 2008, equates the bachelor’s degree to a high school diploma for the current generation. Daily Breeze 8/7/11

Alumna Fatemah Nikchehi credits the San Francisco's Court Appointed Special Advocates with providing the necessary stability for her to flourish despite a faulty foster youth system. San Francisco Chronicle 8/7/11

Alumna Samantha Cummins has been hired as Director of Business Development for the architecture firm Fawley Bryant. The Bradenton Times 8/7/11

Independent filmmaker and alum Rodney Thompson, who owns Vine Street Films, is the subject of this Q&A. Kansas City Star 8/6/11

According to John Logan, director of labor studies, there is not a large amount of organizing going on nationally, and both legal and political climates have been hostile for unions. WSLS 8/6/11

Student Melissa Bruno made a 20-minute film for her thesis project that tells the story of two young working class females in the mid 90′s, dealing with the struggles of trying to maintain a friendship while growing up. Somerville News 8/6/11

Professor of Cinema Jenny Lau is interviewed about the significance of the film, “The Last Train Home,” which focuses on the 130 million migrant workers in China. Half Moon Bay Patch 8/5/11

This columnist reports on her experience of working with Marialice Kern, professor of kinesiology, who measured her overall body fat in the department’s laboratory. San Francisco Chronicle 8/5/11

Professor of Management Ron Purser is among the winners of the 2011 Editorial Board House Cup given by Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Technology (MERLOT). The Morehead News 8/5/2011

SF State ranks 6th in the U.S. for granting undergraduate degrees in journalism and communications-related studies to African American, Asian American, American Indian and Hispanic students. Diverse 8/4/2011

Associate Professor of Journalism Yumi Wilson discusses her multicultural heritage and how it has influenced her work as a journalist and teacher. Diverse 8/4/2011

The Smithsonian exhibit “IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas,” co-curated by Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies Robert Keith Collins, is featured. Diverse 8/4/2011

Psychology Lecturer Rosemarie Bowler has proposed a health study in East Liverpool, Ohio. The Review 7/28/2001

Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman says it is difficult to compete in political campaigns without the financial infrastructure. San Jose Mercury News 7/27/2011

Jan Null, lecturer in geosciences and author of a study on deaths by hyperthermia, attended a special conference organized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on the increasing number of deaths of children who have been left alone in hot cars. New York Times 7/27/11; Detroit Free Press 7/27/11 ; Washington Post 7/26/11; Bloomberg News 7/26/11 ; Autos 7/26/11; Detroit News 7/26/11

Lecturer in Creative Writing Alice LaPlante talks about what led her to write a mystery about a detective suffering from Alzheimer's. Daily Beast 7/27/11

Jeff Duncan-Andrade, assistant professor of Raza studies, spoke last Saturday at a conference in Arizona, and an audio clip of his talk is featured. Tuscon Citizen 7/27/11

Alum Dan Wylie recounts stories from his favorite job -- a Gray Line tour bus driver in the 1970s and 80s. San Francisco Chronicle 7/27/11

This Q&A features Kenneth Kobre, professor of journalism, and prolific writer on photojournalism. Focus 7/27/11

SF State faculty and researchers are participating in the Fenway Institute and Boston University Summer Institute in LGBT Population Health. Bay Windows 7/26/2011

SF State is one of the academic libraries using the Sky River cataloging service. Campus Technology 7/25/2001

Political Science Lecturer David Lee says that San Francisco district 10 is no longer a predominantly black district. San Francisco Chronicle 7/25/2011

The Welcome Back Initiative led by Associate Professor of Health Education Jose Ramon Fernandez Pena lessens the struggle for foreign-trained medical workers. American Medical News 7/25/2011

Alum Gerald Haslam discusses his new book, “In Thought and Action: The Enigmatic Life of S.I. Hayakawa.” Bakersfield Californian 7/25/2011

A columnist writes that San Francisco State University tuition increased by $2,000 since her daughter's enrollment two years ago. Los Angeles Times 7/23/2011

Los Altos students were top winners in the SF State Confucius Institute's Chinese essay-writing contest. Town Crier 7/20/2011

Faculty and staff from the geography department participated in the SF AIDS Walk. Bay Area Reporter 7/21/2011

A study by Jan Null, lecturer in geosciences, is cited in this article about hyperthermia. STL Today 7/21/2011

In response to a study that shows that federal workers are more likely to die from natural causes than be fired, John Sullivan, professor of management, suggests that dismissal rates below one percent indicate a serious management problem. MSNBC 7/20/11; NBC 7/20/11; USA Today 7/19/11; National Review Online 7/19/11

Alum Tom Tanioka helps engage students in a love for science, technology, engineering and mathematics at the Challenger Learning Center of the San Joaquin Valley. Sacramento Bee 7/20/11; Merced Sun Star 7/20/11

Alum Peter Hansen, Redding’s chief of police, has announced his retirement. A News Café 7/19/11

A study by Jan Null, lecturer in geosciences, showed that on average, the temperature inside a car rises 19 degrees in 10 minutes and 43 degrees in an hour, putting children and pets at risk of hyperthermia. WVNS 7/19/11; Chicago Sun Times 7/19/11

Nicole Daedone began her research on female sexuality while a graduate student at SF State. ABC 7/19/11

According to the Family Acceptance Project, gay and transgender young adults who feel highly rejected by parents and caregivers are more likely to suffer from negative health effects, including suicide. Salt Lake City Tribune 7/19/11

Professor of Business John Sullivan maintains that low departure rates in government jobs show a failure to release poor performers and those with obsolete skills. USA Today 7/19/11

Camille T. Dungy, associate professor of creative writing, will read her work at the Iowa City Book Festival. Iowa City Patch 7/15/11

Alumna Marina Viter has joined the marketing team at the Sonoma Index-Tribune. Sonoma News 7/14/11

Creative Writing Lecturer Alice LaPlante’s debut mystery novel about a suspect with dementia was inspired by her own mother’s struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. USA Today 7/13/11; National Public Radio 7/14/11

Dennis Desjardin, professor of biology, has identified a bioluminescent mushroom not seen since 1840. Mother Nature Network 7/13/11

Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology and director of the Great Sunflower Project, encourages people to join the Great Bee Count on July 16. San Jose Mercury News 7/12/11; CBS5 7/11/11 ; Journal Sentinel 7/12/11

Michael Krasny, professor of English, writes about the changing influence of religion in U.S. politics. Times Union 7/12/11

Alumna Natasha Hogan has joined the Museum of Los Gatos as its new exhibitions manager. Los Gatos Weekly Times 7/11/11

According to research by the Family Acceptance Project, LGBT students carry the effects of being bullied well into adulthood. Millburn-Shorthills Patch 7/10/11

Michael Krasny, professor of English, writes about the changing influence of religion in U.S. politics. San Francisco Chronicle 7/10/11

President Corrigan, in this article about the impact of budget cuts on public colleges and universities in California, commented that “the possibility of an additional $150 million more is shocking.” San Francisco Examiner 7/10/11

Alumna Marilyn Miller von Foerster has created a carrying system called the BackTpack, which she refers to as a healthy alternative to a traditional backpack. Statesman Journal 7/10/11

Dennis Desjardin, professor of biology, has discovered a bioluminescent mushroom not seen since 1840. Daily Mail (U.K.) 7/8/11

Alice LaPlante, creative writing lecturer, has written a debut novel about an accomplished physician who loses her abilities to Alzheimer's disease. Chicago Tribune 7/8/11

Alum Bonnie Saar runs a daycare academy that recently won two Reader's Choice awards for Best Family Child Care Center and Best Nonreligious Preschool in the East Bay. San Leandro Patch 7/8/11

Gretchen LeBuhn, associate professor of biology, is encouraging the public to participate in the Great Bee Count, scheduled for July 16, and help determine the status of the US bee population. San Francisco Chronicle 7/7/11 ; CBS8 (San Diego) 7/7/11 ; Fresno Bee 7/8/11

Student Dominic Briones is among the eight new contestants competing on the live summer reality hit ‘Big Brother on CBS. 99.7 Now 7/7/11

Student Lisa Schooley was named to the Dean’s list for the College of Business. The Alameda Journal 7/7/11

Wim Kimmerer, senior research scientist at the Romberg Tiburon Center, was one of several experts who reviewed studies that focused on the ramifications of removing four dams from the Klamath River. Capital Press (subscription only) 7/7/11

A profile of jazz musician Andrew Speight, lecturer of jazz studies, highlights his devotion to the music of Charlie Parker. San Francisco Chronicle 7/7/11

In this article about the role that educators play in helping young illegal immigrants, the case of alum Jose Antonio Vargas is cited. Fox News Latino 7/7/11

Bullying of LGBT youth has long-term health consequences, according to research by the Family Acceptance Project. West Orange Patch 7/7/11

Alumna Annie Dossett has been promoted to superintendent of the Merced City School District. Merced Sun-Star 7/7/11

California State University has joined the list of universities with the fastest rising tuition. San Francisco Chronicle 7/7/11

John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses the difference between the U.S. and U.K. socio-political climate and the consequential impact on unions. Huffington Post 7/6/11

Kathleen McAfee, professor of international relations, comments on new market schemes like carbon credit trading, payments for ecosystem services and biodiversity derivatives, all ideas discussed at Nature Inc., a recent international meeting of social scientists. Inter Press Service 7/6/11

In this article, SF State is listed as one of several universities receiving funding from the PARSA Community Foundation. The Fresno Business Journal 7/5/11

Caitlyn Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, will speak at a local committee hearing to discuss the health status of Latino LGBT youth. Bay Area Reporter 7/5/11

Research by the Family Acceptance Project suggests that the bullying experienced by LGBT young people can have long-term effects on their health and development. South Brunswick Patch 7/5/11

Geosciences Lecturer Jan Null is tracking the number of deaths caused by children being left alone in hot vehicles. Asheville Citizen Times 7/3/11

This opinion piece about the immigrant experience references alum Jose Antonio Vargas who has revealed that he is an undocumented immigrant. Whittier Daily News 7/3/11

Biology student Sadaf Malik comments on the effect of state budget cuts on her education at SF State. NPR 7/2/11;
Seattle Post-Intelligencer 7/3/11

Alum Jan Gauthier, a Marin landscape photographer, is noted for her signature style that “adds a haunting, timeless quality to her work..” Larkspur-Corte Madera Patch 7/2/11

This opinion piece argues that the case of Jose Antonio Vargas, an alum and journalist who revealed he is an undocumented immigrant, raises new questions about the objectivity of the news media. Contra Costa Times 7/2/11

Associate Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn, director of the Great Sunflower Project, is asking all participants to upload their data on July 16, the day of the Great Bee Count. San Diego Union Tribune 7/1/11

Alum Susan Bradley has been appointed volunteer coordinator for Plainville Community Schools. Hartford Daily Courant 7/1/11

Dina Ibrahim, associate professor of broadcast and electronic communication arts, comments on public reaction to the Federal Communication Commission's inaction against Harold Camping and his radio station network. New York Times 7/1/11

In this opinion piece, Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov discusses relations between Russia and the West. Moscow Times 7/1/11

Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto has funding from the Department of Defense's Minerva Initiative to examine the role emotion plays in fueling ideologically driven hate and violence. The Progressive July 2011

June

In an effort to cut costs, universities such as SF State are increasing the use of lecturers and decreasing the number of tenure and tenure-track faculty. San Francisco Chronicle 6/30/11

Darlene Franklin, a researcher in the biology department, tested the bacterial content of fountain water at public schools in Oakland. Huffington Post 6/30/11

This article cites research by Geosciences Lecturer Jan Null about the number of deaths caused when children are left unattended in hot vehicles. The Monitor 6/30/11

This 1961 article from the San Francisco Chronicle archives references SF State research on the racial composition of the Ingleside neighborhood. San Francisco Chronicle 6/30/11

This editorial references alum Jose Antonio Vargas, who has revealed that he is an undocumented immigrant. North West Asian Weekly 6/30/11

Christopher Carrington, associate professor of sociology and Max Kirkeberg, professor emeritus of geography, discuss reasons why San Francisco has a declining number of male residents in their thirties. San Francisco Examiner 6/30/11

Professor of Biology Dennis Desjardin has discovered a new fungus, which he has named in honor of cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants. Times Higher Education (U.K.) 6/30/11

Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, was the keynote speaker at an LGBT suicide prevention conference. Keen 6/30/11

Student Dominic Briones is taking part in the reality TV show "Big Brother." Suite 101 6/30/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses two new rules that apply to U.S. labor relations. The Hill 6/29/11

Alum Song Woo has established the Light House scholarship at Saint Mary's College. Contra Costa Times 6/29/11

Alum Rick Simas is director of a musical called "Five Course Love." Broadway World 6/29/11

Wim Kimmerer, senior research scientist at Romberg Tiburon Center, has strong reservations about a plan to remove four hydroelectric dams along the Klamath River to restore the Chinook salmon’s habitat. Sacramento Bee 6/27/11 ; Los Angeles Times 6/25/11

Exchange Bank announced that alumna Robyn Hettrich has joined the human resources department as a senior human resources business partner. North Bay Business Journal 6/27/11

This column focuses on the impact of bullying on the health of LGBT youth and cites a study by the Family Acceptance Project at SF State. South Orange Patch 6/26/11

In this article about the lower than average number of same-sex couples with children in San Francisco, Associate Professor of Sociology Chris Carrington comments that same-sex couples have chosen to move out of the city for the same reasons as opposite-sex couples: space, cost and playgrounds. San Francisco Examiner 6/26/11

Pat Tierney, professor and chair of the department of recreation, parks and tourism, explains that recent floods provide an exciting opportunity for those floating down the Yampa River. Denver Post 6/26/11

Ken White, general books manager of the SFSU Bookstore shares a list of top ten best sellers. Chronicle of Higher Education 6/26/11(subscription required)

Christopher Carrington, associate professor of sociology, says the new generation is overwhelmingly tolerant of all sexual orientations. The Bay Citizen 6/26/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses conservative outrage over new National Labor Relations Board rules that streamline the process for union certification elections. The Hill 6/24/11

Research by the Family Acceptance Project found that bullying of young people identify as LGBT is linked to long-term problems in their health and development. RiverDell Patch 6/24/11

Belinda Reyes, director of the Cesar Chavez Institute, suggests that the recent census indicates that the Mission has lost some of its attractiveness to new Latino immigrants. Mission Local 6/23/11

Dennis Desjardin, professor of biology, has identified a new species of mushroom that he has named after SpongeBob SquarePants. CBBC News 3/23/11 ; Newsday 6/22/11(subscription required); 3 News (NZ) 6/23/11

In this opinion piece, Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, discusses her research on how family members' response to children's sexual orientation affects children's health and mental health. Huffington Post 6/21/11

The book “What is God?” by Professor of Philosophy Jacob Needlemen, is reviewed. Huffington Post 6/20/11

Alum David Hall wrote the screenplay for the film “Pure Shock Value,” which will be the centerpiece feature film at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Broadway World 6/20/11

Political Science Lecturer David Lee says that Asian and gay communities in San Francisco can work effectively together on areas of common interest. San Francisco Examiner 6/20/11

Biology Professor Dennis Desjardin has identified a new species of mushroom that he has named after the cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants. San Francisco Chronicle 6/19/11; related: Newser 6/17/11

SF State faculty participate as volunteers in San Quentin’s Prison University Project. WBEZ 6/19/11; NPR 6/19/11

Alum Daniel Orozco’s writing career is profiled and his first book, “Orientation,” is discussed. The Oregonian 6/19/11

This opinion piece is about S.I. Hayakawa by alum Gerald Haslam, who has written a biography about him. The Bakersfield Californian 6/18/11

Another child has died from hyperthermia after being left in a hot car, an incident tracked by Jan Null, lecturer in meteorology. WSBT 6/18/11; related: Tucker Patch 6/18/11

Dina Ibrahim, an associate professor of broadcast and electronic communication arts, comments on the political bent of Egyptians living in the U.S. Al-Masry Al-Youm 6/14/11

This article details the shifts in leadership positions at SF State, including Nancy Hayes being named interim vice president of administration and finance. San Francisco Business Times 6/13/11

The American Bar Association has selected alum Toby J. Rothschild, general counsel for the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, as this year’s recipient of its Dosey Award, which honors individuals whose work supports the poor. Metropolitan News-Enterprise 6/13/11

SF State is one of the local educational institutions working with the Pacifica Spindrift School of Performing Arts to bring dance opportunities to area youth. Pacifica Patch 6/13/11

David Lee, lecturer in political science, comments on the potential loss of power to Latinos under proposed legislative redistrictricting. New America Media 6/13/11

The family of missing former student Michelle Le is getting help from KlaasKids Foundation in their search for her. San Jose Mercury News 6/12/11

In this opinion piece Professor Emerita Hermine Marshall challenges the notion of matching age with grade and calls for better teacher preparation that provides skills to accommodate the range of children in classes. The New York Times 6/12/11

In his keynote address at SF State's Commencement, U.S. Ambassador to Australia Jeffrey Bleich said the California dream is being starved to death through budget cuts to public higher education. San Francisco Chronicle 6/9/11

A civil grand jury found fault with the San Mateo Community College District for building a fitness center without first adequately informing the public about the use of public funding; SF State is referenced as having a fitness center.. San Jose Mercury News 6/6/11

Research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, found that anti-LGBT bullying at school “is strongly linked” to negative mental health for its victims. South Florida Gay News 6/6/11

After a cool spring, a hot humid day can be difficult for runners whose bodies have not had time to acclimate to the new weather, says Anne Thilges, lecturer in biology. Chicago Tribune 6/6/11; related: Chicago Tribune 6/5/11

Graduate student Carrie Craig was recognized as a provost scholar for the 2010-11 school year. The Bellingham Herald 6/1/11

Many coordinated efforts are under way to persuade the CSU to drop its ban on foreign study in Israel. Jewish Journal 6/1/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses the tone of conservative attacks against the National Labor Relations Board after the federal agency issued a complaint against Boeing. Guardian (U.K.) 6/1/11 ; The Hill 6/1/11

Belinda Reyes, director of the Cesar Chavez Institute, said she is surprised by the growth in the Latino population in the South. San Francisco Chronicle 6/1/11

A study by faculty at SF State found that cracking open the windows of a car in hot weather had little effect on the temperature rising inside the vehicle, putting pets, children and the elderly at risk of hyperthermia. Times & Transcript 6/1/11; related: Daily American 5/31/11; ABC 5/31/11

May

Three children have died of hyperthermia after being left in hot vehicles, bringing the total number of deaths to at least 500 since 1998, according to a study by SF State faculty. WSBT 5/30/11; Palm Beach Post 5/31/11

SF State Commencement speaker Jeffrey Bleich talked about the value of a low-cost education. San Francisco Chronicle 5/30/11

Mike Hofler, who suffered post-traumatic stress disorder after four years in Iraq and Afghanistan, received effective counseling that helped him attend SF State, graduating this year with a bachelor’s in social work. San Francisco Chronicle 5/30/11

Jason Henderson, assistant professor of geography, comments on the evolving debate about density in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 5/29/11

Alumna Angela Greenwood, a television news anchor in Joplin, lost all of her belongings when the recent tornado hit the city. San Jose Mercury News 5/26/11

Vance Vredenburg, assistant professor of biology, helped launch a new website that will help citizen scientists gather information about amphibians around the world. San Francisco Business Times 5/26/11 ; TMC.net 5/26/11

Kimberlee Mountain was chosen as one of ten recipients to receive the symbolic investiture of the hood at SF State's Commencement. Redding Record-Searchlight 5/25/11

Through AmeriCorps, alumna Danielle Daniel works to improve the lives of others. The Redwood Times 5/25/11

Professor of Biology Dennis Desjardin’s discovery of a luminescent fungus, Mycena luxaeterna, made the top ten list of new species for 2010. PlanetSave 5/25/11 ; National Geographic 5/24/11

President Corrigan was among the CSU leaders to meet with Gov. Brown about state funding for higher education. Fresno Bee 5/24/11

Professor of Biology Dennis Desjardin’s discovery of a luminescent fungus, Mycena luxaeterna, made the top ten list of new species for 2010. Popular Science 5/23/11 ; TruthDive 5/24/11; Sify 5/24/11; Daily India 5/24/11

Jon Funabiki, director of the Renaissance Journalism Center, comments that the loss of jobs in journalism is a wake-up call for everyone interested in preserving the public-service work of journalists. SF Public Press 5/23/11

Jose Ramon Fernandez-Pena, associate professor of health education and founder of the Welcome Back Initiative, discusses his work helping foreign-trained health professionals to get licensed and employed in the U.S. San Francisco Examiner 5/22/11

Sociology student Marilyn Bunag is a board member for Compass, a nonprofit that serves homeless families. San Francisco Chronicle 5/22/11

New research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, suggests that anti-LGBT bullying at school "is strongly linked" to negative mental health for its victims. Oregon Daily Emerald 5/22/11

Yenbo Wu, associate vice president for international education, comments on the conduct of commercial recruiting agents that are sometimes used by international students applying to American colleges. Bloomberg 5/22/11

Alum Jamie Lease took part in a fundraiser on the Tuolumne River called "Paddle to the Sea." Modesto Bee 5/22/11

Alum Karen West discusses her work as director of events and conferences for the independent bookstore Book Passage. Larkspur-Corte Madera Patch 5/22/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses the conservative attack on the National Labor Relations Board and overall threat to the labor movement in the U.S. Houston Chronicle 5/21/11 ; Guardian (U.K.) 5/20/11

Alum Richard Quartaroli is retiring from his position as special collections librarian at Northern Arizona University. Greenfield Daily Reporter 5/19/11

Alum Harry Mavrogenes announced he's resigning from his position as executive director of San Jose’s redevelopment agency. San Jose Mercury News 5/20/11

Mitchell Marks, associate professor of management, discusses what investors will expect from LinkedIn following the companies' initial public offering and high stock price. Bay Citizen 5/19/11

Financial advisors often play the role of psychologist, says Assistant Professor of Finance Todd Feldman. Financial Planning 5/20/11

New research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, suggests that anti-LGBT bullying at school "is strongly linked" to negative mental health for its victims. Bay Area Reporter 5/19/11 ; Tucson Sentinel 5/19/11

In this article about the influence of Cuban music and dance on the Bay Area arts scene, John Calloway, lecturer and musician, is cited as one of the best-known local performers. New York Times 5/19/11

This article about Vida Blue references President Robert A. Corrigan as one of the first two winners of the Mensch Award, which honors non-Jews who have made exemplary contributions to sports Northern California. j., The Jewish Weekly 5/19/11

Abraham Aviles-Scott, who's worked for almost 20 years to educate people about HIV/AIDS and other social issues, will be among students honored at SF State’s Commencement this Saturday. Bay Area Reporter 5/19/11

Assistant Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn, who started with just 15 volunteers to count bees, now has more than 75,000 citizen scientists. Scientific American 6/11

According to research by Francis Neely, associate professor of political science, the majority of voters like the ranked-choice voting method. Press Herald 5/19/11

SF State officials suggest future cuts to the budget are possible without tax increases. San Francisco Examiner 5/19/11

Research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, reports that anti-LGBT bullying at school is strongly linked to negative mental health for its victims. Keen News Service 5/18/11

Martin Linder, associate professor of design and industry, is the subject of this 3-Minute Interview in which he discusses the iDo outreach program. San Francisco Examiner 5/17/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, director of labor studies, discusses the conservative attack on the National Labor Relations Board and overall threat to the labor movement in the U.S. The News Tribune 5/17/11

Visalia City Councilman and alum Michael Lane resigned Tuesday to accept a job in San Francisco. Visalia Times-Delta 5/17/11

SF State receives Presidential Award for community service as part of the 2010 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor roll, announced last week by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Examiner.com 5/17/11

In this opinion piece, an SF State student expresses her concerns over the impact of the economy on the college experience. New America Media 5/17/11

Professor of Kinesiology Susan Zieff comments on a San Francisco Giants video that attempts to counter homophobic behavior. San Francisco Chronicle 5/17/11

Alumna Margaret Boyd will be the new principal at Lake Cormorant Elementary School in DeSoto County, Missouri. DeSoto Times Today 5/17/11

New research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, reports that anti-LGBT bullying at school is strongly linked to negative mental health for its victims. Bay Windows 5/16/11; Huffington Post 5/16/11

Biology student Tina Cheng combed through museum specimens to link a fungus to the deaths of amphibians. Charlotte Observer 5/15/11

SF State’s Great Sunflower Project is looking for more "citizen scientists" from across the United States and Canada who are willing to create pollinator habitats for native bees. Lincoln Journal Star 5/14/11

This columnist compares today’s developments in Tucson’s public education systems to riots and unrest at SF State in 1968. The Arizona Republic 5/14/11

This review is about Tea Leaf Green, a band formed in 1996 when Scott Rager and the band's original bassist, Ben Chambers, met at SF State. Seattle Post-Intelligencer 5/14/11

More than 1,000 scientists, social scientists, students and policy makers from all over the world are registered for the International Marine Conservation Congress, according to the Congress Chairwoman and Associate Professor of Geography Ellen Hines. Times Colonist 5/13/11

SF State is one of six colleges nationwide to receive Presidential Awards in the 2010 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college or university can receive for its commitment to community service, sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Sacramento Bee 5/12/11

At a meeting of the CSU finance committee in Long Beach, President Robert A. Corrigan testified about the impact that budget cuts have already had on SF State. KTTV 5/11/11 ; Forbes 5/10/11

Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell discusses the benefits of focusing on the positive aspects of the past. Science and Religion Today 5/10/11

Alum Booker T. Jones has released a new album titled "The Road From Memphis." IBN Live 5/10/11

Alum Bruce Reyes-Chow will speak at Austin College's Commencement and will receive an honorary degree. North Texas E-news 5/10/11

Alum Angie Salado, who has a brain tumor, will be the recipient of a benefit dinner to raise support for her health care costs. Corning Observer 5/10/11

People who remember the past fondly are more likely to experience greater happiness in the present, according to a new study by SF State researchers. U.S. News and World Report 5/10/11

VWR International’s move to Visalia will save the company millions annually in reduced wages and benefits, said John Logan, director of labor studies. San Mateo Daily Journal 5/10/11

Within 10 minutes of being left in the sun with the windows closed, the temperatures inside a vehicle rise an average of 19 degrees, according to research by SF State faculty. Omaha World-Herald 5/10/11

Alumna Sandra Lyon will be the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District's new superintendent. The Look Out News 5/10/11

Alum Sandra Lyon has been named superintendent of the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Malibu Patch 5/9/11

Alumna Wesla Whitfield and her husband, a singing duo, are profiled in this article. San Francisco Chronicle 5/9/11

Graduate student Tina Cheng and Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg have used museum samples of amphibians to track the path of a fungus that is killing salamanders and frogs. Los Angeles Times 5/7/11 ; Kansas City Star 5/7/11

Graduating senior Kimberlee Mountain will receive the symbolic hood at commencement on behalf of students in the College of Education. Daily News (Tehama, Calif.) 5/6/11

Alum Nancy Hensel will give the commencement speech at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Kearney Hub (Neb.) 5/5/11

SF State research indicates the inside temperature of a car can rise 19 degrees in just ten minutes, putting people and pets in jeopardy. News On 6 5/5/11

Jose Ramon Fernández-Peña, founder of the Welcome Back program, was honored by The California Wellness Foundation as a "Champion of Health Professions Diversity." Asian Journal 5/5/11

Chair and Professor of Raza Studies Teresa Carrillo described the battle between the Mexicans and French that is commemorated on Cinco de Mayo. CBS5 5/5/11

How one thinks about the past affects happiness in the present, according to new research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell and graduating senior Jia Wei Zhang. UPI 5/5/11; FOX news 5/5/11; Saga Health News 5/5/11; Hindustan Times 5/5/11; MedIndia 5/5/11

San Francisco State University Police were called in to assist Sacramento State University Police at a recent student protest. Sacramento News Review 5/5/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies says that teachers have gone from being everyone's favorite public employees to being viewed as the cause of the ills of the entire educational system. Guardian (U.K.) 5/4/11

Alum Donald Gibson has been named interim dean of the Charles F. Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University. Minuteman News Center 5/4/11

Graduate student Tina Cheng and Assistant Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg studied pickled salamanders and frogs from museum collections in order to trace the spread of an amphibian-killing fungus. UPI 5/3/11

April

In this article about Canadian and American politics, Charles Postel, associate professor of history, says populism has been claimed by the far-right Tea Party. Toronto Star 4/30/11

In this opinion piece, Associate Professor and Director of Labor Studies John Logan argues that anti-union bills in the U.S. violate International Labor Organization conventions. San Jose Mercury News 4/30/11

SF State recently hosted thousands of high school seniors as part of a city wide day of field trips to higher education institutions. San Francisco Chronicle 4/29/11

Alums Emily Lou, Gabriel Diani and Etta Devine showed their horror movie "The Selling" at the San Francisco International Film Festival. San Francisco Appeal 4/29/11

Alum Pia Helm co-produced the movie "Night of the Alien," which is showing at the Santa Cruz Film Festival. Good Times (Santa Cruz) 4/29/11

Joel Kassiola. Dean of the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, expresses his concern over the privatization of higher education in this letter to the editor. San Francisco Chronicle 4/29/11

Joe Tuman, Professor of Communication Studies, talks about the importance of humor in politics. Politico 4/29/11

Student Kimberlee Mountain has been named one of only eight Hood scholars, a top academic honor given to graduating students. A News Café (online publication) 4/29/11

Alum Angel Borrelli trains athletes on the baseball pitching motion and how to fine-tune it to maximize performance. San Jose Mercury News 4/29/11

More than 4,000 San Francisco high school students will visit college campuses, including SF State, on Friday to learn about the transition from high school to college. San Francisco Examiner 4/28/11

Alum Vincent O’Leary, who is credited with reinvigorating the State University of New York at Albany during his 13 years as president, died April 22 at age 86. New York Times 4/28/11

Alum Johnny Mathis recently recorded the song “Crazy,” made popular by Patsy Cline in 1961. Chicago Tribune 4/28/11

In this article about the economy, SF State student Ashley Yates remarks that she is confident she'll build a career in health care but expects money to be tighter in her lifetime. Detroit News 4/28/11

In this opinion piece, Associate Professor and Director of Labor Studies John Logan argues that anti-union bills in Wisconsin and other states violate international labor rights conventions established by the International Labor Organization. Guardian (U.K.) 4/20/11

David Tabb, professor emeritus of political science, suggests the Obama campaign engages Facebook to attract young voters. The Bay Citizen 4/19/11

Like many, SF State student Ashley Yates is confident she'll build a career in health care but expects money to be tighter in her lifetime. Associated Press 4/18/11

In reference to a recent poll of young adults' opinions on America's economic future, SF State student Ashley Yates says she expects money to be tighter in her lifetime. NPR 4/18/11; Washington Post 4/17/11

Alum Gerald Peters has applied to serve on the Novato District Sanitary Board. Novato Advance 4/15/11

On this day in 1999, SF State astronomers announced the discovery of the first multi-planet system found orbiting around a star other than the Sun. Town Times (Conn.) 4/15/11

In reference to the new white iPhone, Professor of Anthropology James Quesada comments on the associations of the color white. MacNewsWorld 4/15/11

Michael Goldman, professor and chair of biology, reviews a new book about DNA forensic technology. Science 4/15/11

Sarah Cohen, assistant professor of biology, helped colleagues in Florida confirm that a sea squirt in Mosquito Lagoon was of a species common in Panama, called called Botrylloides nigrum. Orlando Sentinel 4/14/11

For her service to the community, freshman Elizabeth Rios received the Young Woman of Promise Award at the Daly City Women of Excellence Awards Celebration. San Jose Mercury News 4/14/11

This opinion piece by President Robert A. Corrigan and Carlos A. Garcia, superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District, encourages high school students to take the CSU's early assessment test, which is offered at high schools. San Francisco Examiner 4/13/11

An SF State study is tracking the number of child deaths due to heat stroke after being left in hot vehicles. Ruston Daily Leader (La.) 4/13/11(subscription required)

While typing, people can unknowingly brace themselves, resulting in neck and shoulder tension, says Erik Peper, director of the Institute for Holistic Healing Studies. Tehran Times (Iran) 4/13/11

In this opinion piece, Associate Professor and Director of Labor Studies John Logan says that legislation limiting the rights of unions is primarily about political power rather than public sector finances. Guardian (U.K.) 4/11/11

Under Governor Jerry Brown's "all cuts" budget, SF State could lose up to $70 million dollars in funding, according to this column. San Francisco Examiner 4/11/11

Student and veteran Tara Smith shares her experience of the difficulties women face while on active duty in war zones. Sacramento Bee 4/11/11; Standard Examiner 4/11/11

Alum Eric Goddard has been appointed director of human resources for the Palo Alto school district. Palo Alto Online 4/11/11

Jerry Brown's "all cuts" budget would cut $1.1 billion cut to the CSU and University of California systems, which would necessitate further budget cut measures at SF State. San Francisco Examiner 4/10/11

Nicole Watts, associate professor of political science, comments on the significance of protests in Iraqi Kurdistan. Rudaw (Iraq) 4/9/11

Research by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project is the focus of this article. In Denver Times 4/6/11

John Logan, director of the labor studies program, comments on the continuing efforts to restrict union rights at the state level. Boston Herald 4/5/11

In this editorial, the LA Times staff cites Robert C. Smith’s comments on President Obama’s decision of checking “black” on the census form. Los Angeles Times 4/5/11

Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, says that the attitudes and actions of parents who discourage their child's sexual identity can cause as much damage as physical or verbal abuse. Education News Colorado 4/5/11

SF State is considering restructuring its academic colleges from eight to six in an effort to save $2 million each year. San Francisco Examiner 4/4/11

Author Karen Tei Yamashita used special collections at SF State when researching her book "I Hotel." Color Magazine 4/4/11

Associate Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri discusses the violence in Libya in this opinion piece. Tehran Times 4/4/11

Alumna Pamela Brown is a finalist to become superintendent of the Joliet, Illinois, Graduate School Board. The Herald News 4/4/11

Alumna Ella Jenkins, "a founding mother of children's music," is profiled. New York Times 4/2/11

More research into LGBT issues is needed to help medical authorities provide better care, says Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, who co-authored a recently published report. Huffington Post 4/1/11 ; Vancouver Sun 4/1/11

Cinema student Javier Robert Carlos has won a Delphic Art Movie Award for his documentary short "Made in China." San Francisco Chronicle 4/1/11

March

John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, testified at a Congressional hearing about whether Bush administration financial reporting requirements for unions should be reinstated. Huffington Post 3/31/11

Director of the Family Acceptance Project Caitlin Ryan concurs with an Institute of Medicine report that most physicians need to know more about LGBT life in order to properly treat patients. Montreal Gazette 3/31/11

Alum Gemma Whelan is being honored for her work in theatre and cinema. Daily Astorian 3/30/11 (subscription required)

The National Headliner Awards program, one of the oldest and largest annual contests recognizing excellence in journalism, has honored participants of SF State’s Renaissance Project for their documentary, “Vietnam Revisited.” Asian Week 3/30/11

Yvonne Daley, professor of journalism, has written a memoir, “Octavia Boulevard.” SF Public Press 3/29/11

The life and good deeds of alumna Kelly Corrigan, an author, are profiled. Piedmont Patch 3/28/11

The Board of Supervisors will consider the future of the Parkmerced housing development on Tuesday when members review a proposal to nearly triple the development’s housing density. San Francisco Examiner 3/28/11

Alumna Pamela Brown is a finalist for the position of superintendent of the Joliet Grade School District. Chicago Sun-Times 3/28/11

In this editorial, The Star Press cautions parents about the need to check the car for children before exiting it, citing research by SF State on the number of deaths by hyperthermia. Star Press 3/24/11

At SF State, officials say they expect to have to cut nearly $23 million next fiscal year and are looking at more than a dozen approaches. San Francisco Chronicle 3/23/11

Professor of Geosciences John Monteverdi comments on the anticipated large storms in the coming days, noting the potential for flooding. San Francisco Chronicle 3/23/11

Caitlyn Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, says how parents respond to their children’s disclosure about their sexuality is critical to the well being of the child. Longmont Times Call 3/22/11

Alumna Laila Hotait Salas' fictional short "Absent Spaces" draws on her experience, at age 16, of being trapped alone in her house in southern Lebanon during a bombing. Fox2 Now (St. Louis) 3/22/11

Alumna Kendra Eaglin, multi-media journalist and anchor of Buffalo, New York’s Channel 7 weekend news, was recognized as the "Reporter/Anchor of the Year" by Medaille College for 2011. WKBW 3/21/11

Political Science Lecturer David Lee attributes the expansion of New Tang Dynasty Television to the large number of immigrants who are its viewers. Vancouver Sun 3/21/11

According to research conducted by the geosciences department at SF State, to date this year there has been one reported death from hyperthermia of a child left unattended in a car. Yuma Sun 3/21/11

The top choice employer among young people, Google has tailored the image it projects to potential employees, said John Sullivan, professor of management. Wall Street Journal 3/21/11

Sonja Lenz-Rashid, associate professor of social work, comments on the need for oversight of adolescent group homes, such as Refuge in Oakland. New York Times 3/19/11

Alumna Genia Orlova is among many people attending job fairs in search of a teaching position. San Jose Mercury News 3/19/11

Rosemarie Bowler, lecturer emerita in psychology, is proposing to the federal EPA an adult health study of the potential effects of manganese exposure in East Liverpool (Ohio). The Review (Ohio) 3/18/11

David Lee, political science lecturer, comments on New Tang Dynasty Television, a Chinese-language TV station that aims to get uncensored information into and out of China. Los Angeles Times 3/17/11

Graduate student Nicholas Pappas has written a play that has reached the finals at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival. Ventura County Star 3/17/11

Alum Dirk Kortz is exhibiting his paintings at the Harris and Ruble Gallery in Los Angeles. Artfix Daily 3/17/11

John Hewitt, professor emeritus of broadcasting and electronic communication arts, is making a documentary about photojournalists. Mill Valley Patch 3/13/11

Earthquakes aren't getting bigger or more frequent, but they are occurring in more crowded places, says Raymond Pestrong, professor of geosciences. NPR 3/11/11

In this opinion piece, John Logan, associate professor and director of labor studies, discusses how the conflict between Midwestern lawmakers and labor unions could impact the future of the American labor movement. Guardian (U.K.) 3/11/11

Radio Bilingue will air a radio-drama, which was created in collaboration with SF State’s Family Acceptance Project, with the goal of reaching rural farm worker communities about how to raise awareness and support of gay youth. ABC 3/10/11

Oakland High's team won fourth place last weekend at the regional Sea Lion Bowl held at San Francisco State. San Jose Mercury News 3/10/11

Exit polls conducted by San Francisco State University in 2004 showed that more than four out of every five voters understood the ranked choice voting system “fairly” or “perfectly” well. The Bay Citizen 3/10/11

In 2010, AIDS United partnered with several organizations, including SF State, to develop a micro-enterprise intervention that also addresses HIV/STI risk reduction among unemployed or underemployed African-American women at-risk for HIV. San Diego Gay and Lesbian News 3/10/11

Professor of Counseling Robert C. Chope says that psychologists should look for additional training so they can respond to the particular needs and problems of the unemployed. American Psychological Association magazine March, 2011

William Peters, professor of Theatre Arts, is directing the play “Of Mice and Men” at new Center Stage in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Sentinel 3/10/11

A supervisor with SF State’s biology lab recently tested the bacterial content of a random BART seat and found potentially harmful bacteria. KTVU 3/7/11; New York Times 3/5/11

In a retrospective of past news coverage, SF State is cited, noting an incident involving accidently spilled bubonic plague in a biology lab in 1986. San Francisco Chronicle 3/6/11

Alum Ryan White's documentary film "Camp Unity" will screen in San Luis Obispo on Wednesday, as part of the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival. Monterey County Herald 3/6/11

Assistant Professor of Journalism Yumi Wilson writes about the impact of motherhood on her professional detachment as a journalist and the gradual onset of “dumb happiness.” San Francisco Chronicle 3/4/11

SF State officials visit Capitol Hill to make the case for protecting Pell Grants. San Francisco Chronicle 3/4/11 [Note: this site is experiencing difficulty today)

City College has been talking with the San Francisco Unified School District and SF State about collaborating and offering concurrent classes in response to the budget crises. SF Appeal 3/4/11

Alum Lane Sharman, a local partner in the Spain-based Solarpack Development Corporation and the founder of the Borrego Water Exchange, is the lead organizer of the Sustainability Forum scheduled for March 4 at Solana Presbyterian Church. Del Mar Times 3/2/11

Alum John T. Coli is a co-chair of the Chicago 2011 Inaugural Committee for the newly elected mayor, Rahm Emanuel. Chicago Sun Times 3/1/11

Alumna Barbara Droher Kline is a finalist for the top post at the Winona County Community Services Department. Winona Daily News 3/1/11

February

SF State unveiled detailed plans by architect Michael Maltzan for a new performing arts center. San Francisco Chronicle 2/27/11

Jon Funabiki, professor of journalism, moderated a discussion at the Commonwealth Club about the use of Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. San Francisco Chronicle 2/26/11

In this opinion piece, University President Robert Corrigan says SF State's STEM initiatives are models for other institutions to emulate. San Francisco Examiner 2/26/11

SF State is one of four universities in the Bay Area that offers a bachelor’s degree in LGBT studies. San Francisco Examiner 2/26/11

The SF State chapter of the California Faculty Association has released an independent report on the University's finances. Bay Citizen 2/25/11 ; San Mateo County Times 2/26/11
Alum Trevor Allen has written a new play, "Valley of Sand," about Santa Clara County's transformation into Silicon Valley. Broadway World 2/25/11

Union-opposed legislation in more than a dozen states has pushed public- and private-sector unions "closer together than has been the case for many years, and perhaps closer together than ever before," said John Logan, director of the labor studies program. Los Angeles Times 2/25/11

SF State has unveiled the plans for the new Mashouf Performing Arts Center, designed by architect Michael Maltzan. World Journal 2/24/11 (Mandarin/Cantonese); KCBS Radio 2/25/11

Alums Annette Bening and Lisa Cholodenko are among this year's Oscar nominees. NBC Bay Area 2/24/11

Sonja Lenz-Rashid, associate professor of social work, comments on the difficulties faced by some families that become legal guardians for children that aren't their own. New York Times 2/24/11

Marc Dollinger, the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Chair in Jewish Studies and Social Responsibility, will speak at the opening of the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life at University of California, Berkeley. J, the Jewish News Weekly 2/24/11

Alum Andrew Lockwood began his singing career while studying at SF State. Alameda Times-Star 2/24/11

Alum Joe Salonga has been appointed sales manager at the Tacoma Regional Convention and Visitor Bureau. Business Examiner 2/24/11

Ronald Caltabiano, associate dean of the College of Creative Arts, discusses the Israel Chamber Project, an ensemble that will be the centerpiece of this year's Morrison Artist Series. j, the Jewish News Weekly 2/3/11

Michael Martin, executive director of safety and risk management, discusses how to handle employees' return to work following a disaster. Chicago Tribune 2/3/11

Alum and playwright Peter Sinn Nachtrieb wrote the play "Litter: The Story of the Framingham Dodecatuplets." Broadway World 2/3/11

Professor of Counseling Alvin Alvarez comments on a book about post-colonial psychology in the Filipino-American community. The Arctic Sounder (AK) 2/3/11

Mai-Nhung Le, associate professor of Asian American studies, is conducting a study on the psychosocial needs of cancer survivors from Asian-American and Pacific Islander communities. Saipan Tribune 2/4/11

Shinji Eshima, lecturer in the School of Music and Dance, has written the score for a new ballet titled "RAkU." San Francisco Chronicle 2/3/11

In this editorial, Professor of Journalism Jon Funabiki says Asian American mayors in San Francisco and Oakland haven't necessarily shattered the glass ceiling. San Francisco Chronicle 1/30/11

Professor of Biology Frank Bayliss and the Student Enrichment Opportunities Office are featured for their work reversing "brain drain" in the U.S. CBS Sunday Morning 1/30/11

Professor of Journalism Jon Funabiki and the SF State-based Vietnam Reporting Project were recognized by the Cleveland Plain Dealer in its coverage of the effects of Agent Orange in Vietnam. Cleveland Plain Dealer 1/30/11

A San Francisco Superior Court judge ruled that a legal complaint by CSU students is now considered a class action suit. San Francisco Chronicle 1/19/11

The "politics of anti," as Professor Emeritus of Political Science Richard DeLeon describes it, wasn't a central theme in San Francisco's November elections. San Francisco Bay Guardian 1/18/11

A history of discrimination is a major reason that it has taken so long for Asian Americans to blossom politically in San Francisco, said Political Science Lecturer David Lee. Los Angeles Times 1/18/11

SF State student Devin Perry identifies with the character on Glee, played by Golden Globe winner Chris Colfer. Examiner.com 1/18/11

Alumna Gianna Hughes runs the web site for Living Room Emporium, a novel idea to showcase works by local artists in a comfortable setting. 1/18/11 KHTS

Alum Omar Firestone, a cellist, performed at a concert that was part of a community development effort in Tijuana. San Diego Union Tribune 1/17/11

Alumna Annette Bening won a Golden Globe for her role in “The Kids are Alright.” SFist 1/17/11

Vance Vredenburg, associate professor of biology, has bathed 80 yellow-legged frogs in bacteria that may protect the frogs from a deadly virus, and preliminary results are encouraging. Popular Science 1/10/11

Alumna Shari Bookstaff, who has chronicled her recovery from a brain tumor in a new book, is profiled. San Mateo Daily Journal 1/10/11

Alum Jeff Johnson has become a full partner in the accounting firm Zeisler, Zeisler, Rawson & Johnson LLP. North Bay Business Journal 1/10/11

Biology lecturer Gloria Nusse is profiled for her work as a forensic artist, which helps determine the identity of unidentified murder victims. San Jose Mercury News 1/7/11

SF State has received a gift of $500,000 from the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Fund, providing further support to the University's Goldman Endowed Chair in Jewish Studies and Social Responsibility. j, the Jewish News Weekly 1/6/11

Associate Professor of Nursing Andrea Boyle has been appointed to the California Healthcare Workforce Policy Commission. Marin Independent Journal 1/6/11

Caitlin Ryan, director of SF State's Family Acceptance Program, cmments on New Jersey's new anti-bullying law. The Record (New Jersey) 1/6/11

This article about the launch of a national LGBT youth suicide prevention task force references a book by Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project, about suicide risk among gay and lesbian youth. Bay Area Reporter 1/6/11